Q1881. Which of the following is NOT considered a Gandhian Directive Principle in the Constitution of India?
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Q1882. Read the following statements and select the correct option.
Statement I: Disinvestment always leads to the complete privatization of a Public Sector Enterprise.
Statement II: The government can disinvest up to 49% of its equity in a PSU while still retaining majority ownership and control.
Statement I: Disinvestment always leads to the complete privatization of a Public Sector Enterprise.
Statement II: The government can disinvest up to 49% of its equity in a PSU while still retaining majority ownership and control.
Explanation
Disinvestment does not always mean a company is fully privatized; it can involve selling only a small fraction of shares. The government often chooses to sell up to forty-nine percent of its equity, which allows it to raise significant capital while still maintaining a majority stake and full management control. This strategy balances the need for revenue with continued public oversight.
Q1883. The conceptual application of a glass cockpit in the LCA Tejas refers to:
Explanation
Modern aircraft use digital screens to provide the pilot with all necessary flight and combat information. This replaces the numerous mechanical gauges and dials found in older jets. These electronic displays can be customized to show specific data depending on the mission phase, which reduces the pilot’s workload and improves situational awareness. This transition from analog to digital instrumentation is what defines this advanced cockpit technology in contemporary high-performance combat aircraft.
Q1884. The ancient urban center of Bairath (Viratnagar) holds immense historical significance because it exhibits evidence of:
Explanation
Bairath, anciently known as Viratnagar, is a site of immense historical importance in Rajasthan. It is celebrated for its long history of habitation, ranging from its legendary association with the Pandavas in the Mahabharata to its well-documented role as a major Buddhist and administrative center during the Mauryan period. This continuity makes it a key site for understanding regional cultural evolution.
Q1885. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A of the Constitution of India?
Explanation
Article fifty-one-A lists several fundamental duties, such as respecting the National Flag, protecting wildlife, and developing a scientific temper. However, the duty to cast a vote in elections is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution as a fundamental duty. While voting is a critical civic responsibility in a democracy, it is currently categorized as a legal or statutory right and obligation.
Q1886. The proceeds received by the Government of India from the disinvestment of Central Public Sector Enterprises are channeled into which of the following funds?
Explanation
Money raised from the sale of shares in public enterprises is deposited into a specific fund created for this purpose. These resources are intended to be used for social sector programs and for supporting the capital requirements of other public sector units. This ensures that the proceeds from selling national assets are reinvested into productive and welfare-oriented activities for the entire country.
Q1887. Which of the following variants is NOT associated with the LCA Tejas development programme?
Explanation
The light combat aircraft was designed as a multi-role fighter for air defense and close air support missions. While various versions have been developed for training and naval operations, there is no plan to turn this small, agile platform into a large strategic bomber. Such a role requires an entirely different class of aircraft with much greater size and payload capacity. The program focuses on fighter, trainer, and carrier-based variants instead.
Q1888. Identify the correct statement regarding Vedic religious practices in ancient Rajasthan:
Explanation
The discovery of stone Yupas at various sites in Rajasthan provides strong evidence that elaborate Srauta sacrifices were popular among the regional elite during the early centuries of the common era. These rituals were a way for rulers to demonstrate their power and religious devotion. While Buddhism and Jainism were present, the Vedic tradition remained a vital part of the landscape.
Q1889. Consider the following statements regarding the Minerva Mills case (1980):
I. It struck down a portion of the 42nd Amendment.
II. It upheld the primacy of all Directive Principles over Fundamental Rights.
III. It established that the harmony between Fundamental Rights and DPSPs is a basic feature of the Constitution.
IV. It restored the position that laws giving effect to Article 39(b) and (c) are protected from being challenged under Articles 14 and 19.
V. It declared that Parliament has unlimited amending power.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It struck down a portion of the 42nd Amendment.
II. It upheld the primacy of all Directive Principles over Fundamental Rights.
III. It established that the harmony between Fundamental Rights and DPSPs is a basic feature of the Constitution.
IV. It restored the position that laws giving effect to Article 39(b) and (c) are protected from being challenged under Articles 14 and 19.
V. It declared that Parliament has unlimited amending power.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
In the Minerva Mills case, the Supreme Court struck down parts of the forty-second amendment that gave all Directive Principles primacy over rights. It upheld that harmony between fundamental rights and directives is a basic feature. It also restored the protection for laws implementing Articles thirty-nine (b) and (c), maintaining that such specific socialistic goals can justifiedly override certain individual fundamental rights.
Q1890. Identify the correctly matched pair regarding the systems on the LCA Tejas Mk-1A:
Explanation
The updated version of the fighter features a sophisticated indigenous radar system that provides superior tracking and targeting capabilities. While the aircraft uses an engine from a foreign supplier and seats from a specialized British manufacturer, the radar is a major domestic achievement. It allows the jet to detect multiple threats at long ranges. The integration of this advanced electronic system significantly enhances the combat effectiveness of the light fighter for modern air operations.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1881 | (b) Securing a uniform civil code |
| 1882 | (d) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct |
| 1883 | (b) Electronic displays rather than traditional analog dials. |
| 1884 | (b) Continuous habitation from the Mahabharata period through the Mauryan era |
| 1885 | (b) To cast a vote in local and national elections |
| 1886 | (b) National Investment Fund (NIF) |
| 1887 | (b) Tejas Strategic Bomber |
| 1888 | (a) The discovery of multiple Yupas (sacrificial posts) indicates the popularity of Srauta sacrifices among the ruling elite. |
| 1889 | (a) I, III, and IV only |
| 1890 | (a) Radar : Uttam AESA radar (indigenous) |
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